The Story
The Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Natural Stage 1 Aged' is a breathtaking recreation of a pre-war classic, built with modern reliability and vintage soul. This Custom Shop marvel combines the boldness and clarity of a premium Adirondack spruce top with the warmth and resonance of genuine mahogany back and sides. It features the unmistakable D 14-Fret dreadnought body, giving it a deep, commanding voice ideal for both solo performance and ensemble work.
Crafted with hide glue construction and Adirondack bracing, this guitar maximizes tonal responsiveness and dynamic range. Martin’s proprietary Vintage Low Gloss finish and Stage 1 aging add visual authenticity and broken-in feel without compromising structural integrity. From its 1-3/4" bone nut to the Waverly open-back tuners, every detail has been carefully selected for tone, aesthetics, and functionality—making it the perfect tool for professionals who value heritage tone with modern performance standards.
Features:
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Premium Adirondack spruce top for rich, articulate projection
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Genuine mahogany back and sides deliver warmth and vintage character
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Stage 1 aging with Vintage Low Gloss finish for a broken-in look and feel
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Hide glue construction and Adirondack bracing for authentic pre-war tone
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Waverly open-back tuners and bone nut for superior tuning stability
Specs
- Iconic D 14-Fret Body
- Premium Adirondack Top
- Aging Toner with Stage 1 Aging
- Genuine Mahogany Back and Sides
- Hide Glue Construction w/ Cloth Strips
- Adjustable Truss Rod
- Adirondack Bracing
- 1-3/4" Bone Nut
- 25.5" Scale
- Bone Saddle
- Natural Vintage Low Gloss Finish
- Waverly Open Back Tuners
- Product Code #2810365
- Stock Code 10CE-13 D18AUTHENTIC1937
- UPC #729789651639
Description
The Martin Custom Shop Expert D-18 1937 'Natural Stage 1 Aged' is a breathtaking recreation of a pre-war classic, built with modern reliability and vintage soul. This Custom Shop marvel combines the boldness and clarity of a premium Adirondack spruce top with the warmth and resonance of genuine mahogany back and sides. It features the unmistakable D 14-Fret dreadnought body, giving it a deep, commanding voice ideal for both solo performance and ensemble work.
Crafted with hide glue construction and Adirondack bracing, this guitar maximizes tonal responsiveness and dynamic range. Martin’s proprietary Vintage Low Gloss finish and Stage 1 aging add visual authenticity and broken-in feel without compromising structural integrity. From its 1-3/4" bone nut to the Waverly open-back tuners, every detail has been carefully selected for tone, aesthetics, and functionality—making it the perfect tool for professionals who value heritage tone with modern performance standards.
Features:
-
Premium Adirondack spruce top for rich, articulate projection
-
Genuine mahogany back and sides deliver warmth and vintage character
-
Stage 1 aging with Vintage Low Gloss finish for a broken-in look and feel
-
Hide glue construction and Adirondack bracing for authentic pre-war tone
-
Waverly open-back tuners and bone nut for superior tuning stability
Specs
- Iconic D 14-Fret Body
- Premium Adirondack Top
- Aging Toner with Stage 1 Aging
- Genuine Mahogany Back and Sides
- Hide Glue Construction w/ Cloth Strips
- Adjustable Truss Rod
- Adirondack Bracing
- 1-3/4" Bone Nut
- 25.5" Scale
- Bone Saddle
- Natural Vintage Low Gloss Finish
- Waverly Open Back Tuners
- Product Code #2810365
- Stock Code 10CE-13 D18AUTHENTIC1937
- UPC #729789651639
